Official Average Boy Podcast #72

Bob and Jesse are nonplused by their latest podcast which adds an extra show every month. Confused? Good, that’s the point of being nonplused. Speaking of points, Bob tries something new by playing soccer. And it’s a kick! Nope, Jesse doesn’t tell that joke. But surprisingly, he ... Show More

Bob Smiley (aka Average Boy) is bursting with excitement to share some big news! But first, Jesse, encourages Bob to recount his latest entrepreneurial endeavor: a lemonade stand! Will AB’s carefully chosen locations lead to sweet success, or will unexpected obstacles leave him f ... Show More

Average Boy tells a puzzling story of how he bought the “perfect” birthday gift for his neighbor Mr. Polvado. Get ready for fish tales, questionable cameras and a whole lot of duct tape reasoning! Bob and Jesse also dive into the importance of having good friends and mentors to h ... Show More

Navigating the junior high years can be one of the most complex times of parenting. To help alleviate your concerns, Jim Daly talks with Becky Harling about some of the challenges she overcame during this stage of raising kids. Plus, John and Danny offer some tips for if your pre ... Show More

When life is busy, it's vitally important to remind yourself of God's goodness. But doing so isn't always easy in the midst of parenting. John and Danny discuss people who've inspired them to trust God amidst the big task of raising kids. Featuring Tricia Goyer. Find us online at ... Show More

You are the best person to teach your child important truths about God's design for sexuality. John and Danny offer encouragement to parents who are anxious about having 'the talk.' Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or, call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Get the Launch I ... Show More

Best-selling author Jonathan Catherman and his teen sons, Reed and Cole, offer encouragement to parents and kids who are worried about leaving behind the familiarity of elementary school to transition to middle school. Our guests cover topics that include bullies, relationship dr ... Show More

How can you motivate your child to do something when he or she doesn't want to? John and Danny discuss that topic, and Jim Daly is joined by Kay Wyma to share about why teaching your kids to take responsibility for assignments is a good thing. Find us online at focusonthefamily.c ... Show More

Janel Breitenstein explores spiritual life skills like identity and discernment and offers practical ways to help your child develop those. You’ll learn to equip your child to become a disciple who is “on fire” for Jesus.   Receive the book "Permanent Markers" and an audio downlo ... Show More

Regardless of your personality, it's good to have fun with you kids. Gary Thomas talks with Jim Daly about a time he learned to be grateful for the present moment as a father. Plus, John Fuller and Danny Huerta discuss how serious parents can learn to have fun.   Find us online a ... Show More

We take a break from featuring our favorite children's authors to feature one of our favorite children's podcasters! Short Stories for Kids is an imaginative family podcast that stars YOU as the main character! Submit an idea for a story at  shortstoriesforkidspodcast.c ... Show More

Milton is a boy who loves to read more than anything else. In his room, there are shelves full of books all over the walls, and he is already looking for a place to put another. As Milton finishes his latest book and sets it aside, thinking about which shelf to put it on, he noti ... Show More

Even though it wasn’t easy, Brant Hansen worked to prioritize his family over his career. Listen to the full program: http://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/broadcast/being-the-man-your-family-needs-part-1-of-2 Receive the book "The Men We Need" and the audio download of the br ... Show More